Green construction the future of building work
With apprenticeships taking a lot of time and effort on your part, it is very important that you understand how long-term changes in your chosen industry will affect your career.
Careers in the agriculture industry
The agriculture industry is one of Australia’s largest employment sectors. More than 1.6 million people are working either directly or indirectly within the agriculture supply chain, according to Rural Skills Australia.
What to consider before hiring an apprentice
Hiring an apprentice can make great business sense. Not only will your company gain a valuable new employee, but you will have the opportunity to have input into their education, based on the needs of your company.
What goes into a good apprentice induction
When you take on an apprentice, one of the hardest processes is going to be their initial induction. The first few weeks on the job will be the best opportunity you have to get your newest workers engaged with their job and their colleagues.
Singapore and Indonesia set to boost Australian exports
As the G20 conference in Brisbane wrapped up this month, a number of key partnerships were developed that could prove great for the prospects of apprenticeships in Queensland.
How to build a good job position
Once you have decided to take on a new apprentice or trainee, then it’s time to find the right candidate. After all, this process is the most important ingredient in getting the best new employee for your needs and your working environment.
Why is a position description important?
When it comes to hiring new staff or apprentices, it pays to get each stage right from the beginning. Unfortunately, some companies will see creating a job description as a chore that distracts from other parts of the recruitment process.
Community project boosts jobs prospects
Brisbane City Council has invested in creating a community area for residential and recreational purposes – and is set to create a number of jobs in the process.
Queensland’s export demands require better infrastructure
If Queensland is to develop the mining industry in the way the state government hopes it will, the state’s rail facilities and ports will need to be drastically developed.
Proud faces all around at Santos GLNG Graduation
There were proud faces all around at Rydges Gladstone on Thursday afternoon where seven local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander high school students were awarded their graduation certificate for completing the Santos GLNG Work Readiness and Retention Program.
